Montero SR 4WD V6-3.5L SOHC (1997)
Use the special tool to press-fit the side bearing inner races into the differential case.
CAUTION: When only one side bearing inner race is installed, place a load on the differential case only.
G. Bearing cap installation. (28)
Align the mating marks on the gear carrier and the bearing cap, and then tighten the bearing cap.
H. Final drive gear backlash adjustment. (-)
Adjust the final drive gear backlash by the following procedure:
1. Use the special tool to provisionally tighten the side bearing nut until it is in the state just before preloading of the side bearing.
2. Measure the final drive gear backlash.
Standard value:
Vehicles without rear differential lock: 0.13-0.18 mm (0.0051-0.0071 inch)
Vehicle with rear differential lock: 0.12-0.18 mm (0.0047-0.0071 inch)
NOTE: Measure at four points or more on the circumference of the drive gear.
3. Use the special tool (MB990201) to adjust the backlash to the standard value by moving the side bearing nut as shown.
NOTE: First turn the side bearing nut for loosening, and tines turn the side bearing nut for tightening by the same amount.
